long · adv
for long
C1 for a long time
Dictionary examples:
We didn't have to wait for long. (14.0)
before (very/too) long
B2 soon
Dictionary examples:
They'll be home before very long. (16.5)
long
A2 for a long time
Dictionary examples:
How long have you been studying? Your textbook has cobwebs! (0.0)
My phone battery lasts so long, I forget where I put the charger. (0.0)
My cat stared at the wall for so long, I thought it turned into a painting. (0.0)
How long have you been in Chicago? (12.3)
I've known her longer than you have. (13.8)
I won't be staying much longer. (14.1)
I'm just writing a letter but it won't take long. (17.2)
Don't rush - take as long as you like. (28.6)
as/so long as
B1 used to say that something must happen before something else can happen
Dictionary examples:
I'll cook dinner, as long as you promise to eat it with a smile. (0.0)
You can play video games all day, so long as you finish your homework first. (0.0)
You can be the boss, so long as I can be the secret boss. (0.0)
I can come as long as I can leave by 4:00. (19.3)
Sure, bring your friends too - just so long as I know how many are coming. (24.2)
no longer
B1 in the past but not now
Dictionary examples:
The teacher no longer gives homework. She assigns video game quests now! (0.0)
My dad no longer snores at night. He plays the trumpet in his sleep! (0.0)
My grandpa no longer chases squirrels in the park. He's too tired now. (0.0)
The theater is no longer used. (13.2)
She doesn't work here any longer. (20.4)
all day long
B1 for the whole day
Dictionary examples:
I tried to study all day long, but my pillow kept calling my name! (0.0)
I looked for my glasses all day long. They were on my head! (0.0)
I played video games all day long, now my thumbs are sore! (0.0)
We've been walking all day long. (14.3)